Pattie Laverne

Pattie Laverne (died 24 April 1916)[1] was an English singer and actress, playing leading roles in opéra bouffe.

She first appeared on stage later that year in Preston, in the title role of The Grand Duchess by Jacques Offenbach.

[1][2] In 1872 she became a member of the company of Opera Comique in London; in October of that year she played Dindorette in L'œil crevé by Hervé.

[1][2] A reviewer in The Era (26 October 1872) wrote that she had "a very decided talent for sprightly acting.... [T]hroughout the opera Miss Laverne was as piquant and sparkling as possible, and added greatly to the success of the piece.

[1][2] Further leading roles were in Happy Hampstead by Richard D'Oyly Carte, Giroflé-Girofla by Lecocq, and Trainette in Pom by Procida Bucalossi.